Amphotericin B liposome (By injection)

Amphotericin B Liposome (am-foe-TER-i-sin B LYE-poh-some)

Treats infections caused by a fungus or parasite.

Brand Name(s):

Ambisome

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.

How to Use This Medicine:

Injectable

Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine is given slowly, so the IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.

A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Some medicines can affect how amphotericin B works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:

Cancer medicine

Corticosteroid medicine, such as prednisone or cortisone

Corticotropin

Digoxin

Muscle relaxants

Other antifungal medicine

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088

Last Updated: 5/1/2020

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